Paul Wentzel

Name meaning, origin and global statistics

Paul Wentzel — humble
1.4 million People worldwide
United States Most common in
1970s Peak popularity
Gender
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Paul Wentzel is a name that combines Latin origins. The first name Paul is a masculine given name of Latin origin. From the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The apostle Paul was the most influential early Christian missionary. The surname Wentzel: Emil Wentzel (c. 1817–1892), timber merchant and politician in South Australia Gregor Wentzel (1898–1978), German physicist Stan Wentzel (1917–1991), Major League Baseball player Sune Wentzel (born 1971), Norwegian frisbee player Uta Wentzel (born 1979), German politician Volkmar Wentzel (1915–2006), American photographer Wentzel–Kramers–Brillouin approximation Alexander D. Wentzell (born 1937), Russian-American mathematician Fritz Wentzell (1899–1948), highly decorated German military leader during World War II Freidlin–Wentzell theorem, a statistics tool relating to Brownian motion Paul is one of the most widespread first names worldwide, carried by approximately 1.4 million people globally, with the highest concentration in United States. The name Paul reached peak popularity in the 1970s, reflecting the naming trends of that era.

Etymology & Origin

First Name: Paul

Meaning: humble

Latin

From the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The apostle Paul was the most influential early Christian missionary.

Surname: Wentzel

English

Emil Wentzel (c. 1817–1892), timber merchant and politician in South Australia Gregor Wentzel (1898–1978), German physicist Stan Wentzel (1917–1991), Major League Baseball player Sune Wentzel (born 1971), Norwegian frisbee player Uta Wentzel (born 1979), German politician Volkmar Wentzel (1915–2006), American photographer Wentzel–Kramers–Brillouin approximation Alexander D. Wentzell (born 1937), Russian-American mathematician Fritz Wentzell (1899–1948), highly decorated German military leader during World War II Freidlin–Wentzell theorem, a statistics tool relating to Brownian motion

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Geographic Distribution

The first name Paul is distributed across the globe, with the highest concentrations in the following countries:

United States 34%
Italy 15%
Spain 12%
Brazil 17%
France 10%
Mexico 12%

Popularity Over Time

Popularity of the name Paul by decade, based on birth registration data:

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Name Variants & Related Names

The name Paul has several variants and related forms across different languages and cultures:

  • Paolo
  • Pablo
  • Pavel
  • Paulus
  • Pol

Notable People Named Paul Wentzel

People listed above share this name. Listed for informational purposes only. Source: Wikipedia.

Numerology

According to Pythagorean numerology, each letter in a name carries a numerical value. Here are the key numbers for Paul Wentzel:

11
Expression Number

Intuition and inspiration (Master Number 11). Amplifies spiritual awareness, creative vision and sensitivity.

5
Soul Urge Number

Freedom and adaptability. A dynamic, versatile personality that embraces change and seeks new experiences.

6
Personality Number

Nurturing and responsibility. Associated with care, family values and a strong sense of duty towards loved ones.

Numerology is a cultural tradition for exploring symbolism in names. Results are for entertainment purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the origin of the first name Paul?
The first name Paul originates from Latin. From the Latin Paulus, meaning "small" or "humble." The apostle Paul was the most influential early Christian missionary.
When was Paul most popular?
The name Paul reached its peak popularity during the 1970s.
What is the origin of the surname Wentzel?
The surname Wentzel originates from English. Emil Wentzel (c. 1817–1892), timber merchant and politician in South Australia Gregor Wentzel (1898–1978), German physicist Stan Wentzel (1917–1991), Major League Baseball player Sune Wentzel (born 1971), Norwegian frisbee player Uta Wentzel (born 1979), German politician Volkmar Wentzel (1915–2006), American photographer Wentzel–Kramers–Brillouin approximation Alexander D. Wentzell (born 1937), Russian-American mathematician Fritz Wentzell (1899–1948), highly decorated German military leader during World War II Freidlin–Wentzell theorem, a statistics tool relating to Brownian motion
What are the origins of the name Paul Wentzel?
The name Paul Wentzel combines two different traditions: the first name Paul has Latin roots, while the surname Wentzel originates from English.
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